Is there any means, such as receipts, by which you can verify the mileage? $3k is a good price if the mileage is accurate and the condition good. When I bought mine, I was able to verify mileage by repair receipts and emissions receipts in the glove compartment.
Where is the fluid spot? Under trans, engine or near the hydropneumantic rear suspension?

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1977 300d 70k--sold 08
1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13